Bhutan Festivals

A Tshechu is a religious festival celebrating Buddhism in Bhutan. The festivals take several days and include numerous dances, singing, and music. The performers wear brilliant costumes, and local people dress in their finest clothes and jewelry.

Most popular Festivals for 2025:

• Punakha Drubchen: March 6-8, 2025
• Punakha Tshechu: March 9-11, 2025
• Paro Tshechu: April 8-12, 2025
• Thimphu Tshechu: October 2-4, 2025
• Gangtey Tshechu: October 5-7, 2025
• Jambay Lhakhang Drup – Bhumthang (central Bhutan): November 5-8, 2025

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Most popular Festivals for 2026:

• Punakha Drubchen: February 24-26, 2026
• Punakha Tshechu: February 27-28, 2026
• Paro Tshechu: March 29-April 2, 2026
• Thimphu Tshechu: September 21-23, 2026
• Gangtey Tshechu: September 24-26, 2026
• Jambay Lhakhang Drup – Bhumthang (central Bhutan): October 26-29, 2026

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